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Scout participation at political events

Can Scout units participate in political rallies?

Scouting America might be the most patriotic organization in the U.S. But we don’t endorse any party. Here’s the policy on participation in political rallies.

A photo of a parent and two children walking along a trail in the snow

How cold is too cold for Cub Scout winter camping?

January 29, 2024 2

There is no national policy for Cub Scout winter camping temperatures. Instead, this is a local council-based discussion and decision.

When? Where? What? Who? How? Why? Ask Us Anything!

Ask Us Anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

June 21, 2023 2

We answer questions about the Unit Leader Award of Merit, 2023 Jamboree patch placement, sharing AHMR info, and more!

When? Where? What? Who? How? Why? Ask Us Anything!

Ask Us Anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

March 20, 2023 3

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

When? Where? What? Who? How? Why? Ask Us Anything!

Ask Us Anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

February 16, 2023 12

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

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Ask us anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

January 18, 2023 7

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

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November 15, 2022 3

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

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October 7, 2022 2

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. And if we don’t have the answers, we’ll find someone who does.

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August 26, 2022 4

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. In today’s edition: Eagle Scout-required merit badges, recruiting friends to Scouts and more!

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Ask us anything! We answer some of your most frequently asked questions

July 22, 2022 5

Have questions about the BSA? We’ve got answers. In today’s edition: Eagle Scout-required merit badges, recruiting friends to Scouts and more!

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